Senior Care Assistant Care and SupportIf the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.- Alderbrook Care Home Contract: Full Time Salary: £13.50 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 44 Our care home, based in Leeds, will specialise in complex physical and mental health needs for 140-residents.As Senior Care Assistant, you’ll play a key role in leading our care team, ensuring our residents receive the highest standard of care, and creating a warm, supportive environment.You’ll coordinate shifts, lead by example, and be responsible for the performance of your team during each shift.Your leadership will help us maintain a caring, efficient, and positive atmosphere in our home.What we offer: £13.50 per hour Pension Onsite Parking Paid DBS Uniform Provided 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract) What You’ll Do Lead and Coordinate: Ensure all staff contribute to the smooth running of the home and create the right atmosphere.Resident Support: Assist residents with dressing, bathing, toileting, and mobility, always prioritizing their dignity and independence.Medication Management: Oversee the ordering, administration, and documentation of medication, maintaining accurate records.Effective Communication: Engage with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and team members to ensure clear, compassionate communication.Team Collaboration: Foster a team ethos, respecting diversity and promoting a supportive environment for all staff.Visitor Interaction: Welcome visitors and show prospective residents and families around the home’s facilities.Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergency call bells, assess situations, and provide or call for assistance as needed.Documentation: Write and update care plans, risk assessments, and case notes, ensuring they reflect residents’ needs and wishes.Professional Development: Participate in staff meetings, training, and e-learning, taking responsibility for your own growth and development.Health and Safety: Be aware of and adhere to Health and Safety policies, including COSHH, and escalate concerns to management.What We’re Looking For Qualifications: SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is essential.We also welcome applications from experienced Care Assistants actively working towards their Level 3.Medication Training: Practical Medication Administration with competencies is required.Leadership Skills: Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team, delegating tasks effectively while maintaining a supportive environment.Compassionate Nature: A kind, caring, and compassionate personality with a sense of fun and a commitment to person-centred care.About us: Our care home is part of Care Concern Group; a market leading, family-owned care group operating over 100 homes across the UK.We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in.We are driven by the five core values that define the Care Concern Group: Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care.If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.If you’re ready to embrace a new challenge and use your skills to lead and inspire a team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and make a difference.d02fcfcb-6df4-40ee-95cf-3eb059ce3173